Kona Kai Resort Hotel
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--CA/San_Diego/Kona_Kai_Resort_Hotel.h170603/
Hotel Overview
Harbor view setting
You can 't get a better view and location in San Diego. The hotel is not too far from the airport....
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Bob H M
- Apr 10, 2012
Good Hotel
it is very good hotel, but the problem is the private beach you only can sit and enjoy the view you...
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Ya87
- Mar 16, 2013
Waterfront resort offers a taste of Hawaii in San Diego
Crystal waters, watercolor skies and rows of yachts in the harbor -- this is Kona Kai Resort Hotel. This resort's spectacular waterfront location at the tip of San Diego's Shelter Island is just one item on a long list of impressive amenities. Other great features include tropical island ambiance, fantastic California cuisine, complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access, and guest rooms with garden, marina and bay views. Kona Kai Resort Hotel is convenient to numerous attractions including the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Museum of Art.
Kona Kai Resort Hotel Rooms
- Traditional
- All accommodations feature bright island-style dcor and are complemented by a private patio or balcony. Many guestrooms offer sweeping views of the San Diego Bay and Marina. Our in room amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons and boards and work desk with telephone/data port and free internet access.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Elevators
- Activities
- Pool
- Fitness center or spa
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Diego
- Nearby airports
- International Airport: 3.5mi Domestic Airport: 3.5mi Closest Public Transport: Bus 1mi
- Area description
- The Kona Kai Resort Hotel is situated on eleven acres of lush tropical gardens at the tip of Shelter Island on San Diego's own Hawaiian Isle.The Kona Kai is uniquely located to allow easy access to all the exciting area attractions while providing a relaxing retreat from the intensity of dynamic San Diego. The Kona Kai Resort Hotel is only five minutes from Sea World, downtown San Diego, Convention Center, Gas Lamp area, Seaport Village, Horton Plaza and the USS Midway.
Nearby points of interest
- Sunset Cliffs: 1.8 mi
- Port of San Diego: 2.5 mi
- Hospitality Point: 3 mi
- Whaley House Museum: 3.7 mi
- Old Town San Diego: 3.8 mi
- Sea World: 3.8 mi
- Bazaar Del Mundo: 3.9 mi
- Heritage Park: 3.9 mi
- Firehouse Museum: 3.9 mi
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 3.9 mi
- Junipero Serra Museum: 4.2 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 4.2 mi
- Belmont Park: 4.4 mi
- PETCO Park: 4.4 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 4.7 mi
- Sunset Cliffs: 1.8 mi
- Port of San Diego: 2.5 mi
- Hospitality Point: 3 mi
- Whaley House Museum: 3.7 mi
- Old Town San Diego: 3.8 mi
- Sea World: 3.8 mi
- Bazaar Del Mundo: 3.9 mi
- Heritage Park: 3.9 mi
- Firehouse Museum: 3.9 mi
- Childrens Museum of San Diego: 3.9 mi
- Junipero Serra Museum: 4.2 mi
- Gaslamp Quarter: 4.2 mi
- Belmont Park: 4.4 mi
- PETCO Park: 4.4 mi
- San Diego Museum of Art: 4.7 mi
- San Diego Aerospace Museum: 4.7 mi
- San Diego Automotive Museum: 4.7 mi
- San Diego Museum of Man: 4.9 mi
- San Diego Zoo: 5 mi
- Timken Museum of Art: 5 mi
- Botanical Building: 5 mi
- Casa De Balboa: 5.2 mi
- San Diego Natural History Museum: 5.2 mi
- Spanish Village Art Center: 5.2 mi
- Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 5.2 mi
- Mission Bay Park: 5.6 mi
- Pacific Beach: 6.2 mi
- Qualcomm Stadium: 7.1 mi
- Chula Vista Nature Center: 9 mi
- Family Fun Center: 9.3 mi
- Sorrento Valley: 12.8 mi
- Legoland: 29.4 mi
- California Center For The Arts Museum: 29.5 mi
Dining
- Kona Kai Dining Room
- The Kona Kai Dining Room and Lounge offers a pleasant guest experience for breakfast, lunch, dinner or beverages with a casual, informal ambience featuring "California Fresh" cuisine artfully prepared and graciously served. Relax and enjoy the sunset and tropical breezes of San Diego Bay in our beautiful restaurant overlooking the marina. Outside waterfront dining and bar menus are also available. Happy hour everyday from 4:30-7:00 p.m.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Flexibility is the hallmark of the Kona Kai Resort Hotel, with 8,000 square feet of indoor space to accommodate your San Diego meeting or banquet room needs. And with 23,000 square feet of outdoor space encompassing courtyards and gardens, as well as a private beach, the possibilities are as endless as your imagination.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (101)
Ratings and reviews for Kona Kai Resort Hotel
- All travelers (101) 3.6 / 5
- Business (7) 4.1 / 5
- Couples (41) 3.6 / 5
- Families (30) 3.2 / 5
- Friends (6) 3.5 / 5
- Singles (9) 3.3 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.9
- Hotel staff:
- 3.7
- Room comfort:
- 3.7
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 3.6
74%
would recommend to a friend.
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Comi-Con
NOT a "Resort"
Not my definition of a "resort" foam pillows $15 per day for parking room service never answered the phone in room movie did not work and cost $16.99 we got a great room rate of $108; don't pay more than that because it is not worth it
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Time-saving tip:
Short drive from hotel
close to everything
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Really nice place
I only stayed for one night and didn't use the ammenities, but the room was clean, nice, great views and great location
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Property is Aging
The Kona Kai is an aging hotel with great potential. The property needs an upgrade and the restaurant needs a new menu with better food and better preparation.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
The marina area is worth the trip.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Great Location But just OK overall
The Kona Kai was nice, clean, and comfortable. For the price however, I would've expected that we wouldn't have to carry our own luggage up to the room on the second floor (no elevators). For anyone who doesn't necessarily travel light, this can be quite the task. The front desk attendant was a little strange as well. Besides that it was well maintained and had a fabulous location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Coronado island was spectacular for boutique shopping and great views of the San Diego skyline. The city is right down the street and the airport is even closer! Very conveinent.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Secluded Getaway
The hotel was well-equipped, self-sufficient, and blessed with water views all around. I didn't expect the relative distance from town, but it's a nice quiet getaway.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Nightlife tip:
Short drive from hotel
The San Diego Gaslamp area is a target-rich environment for restaurants, pubs, clubs, and hip urban shopping.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
My review of Kona Kai Resort
A fine hotel -- Very good value for the area. Very nice grounds and pool.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Point Loma & San Diego Airport.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Very Relaxing
The hotel was very quiet and relaxing. Sitting on the balcony and watching the sailboats and yahcts coming in and out of the harbor was wonderful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Joey RN
Great views
The location was close to everything and I enjoyed having the view of the bay and downtown San Diego on one side and the Marina on the other side. Unfortunately, I was not able to take advantage of the dining room, spa or pool, as I did not spend much time at Kona Kai. Instead, I was kept busy sightseeing and working in town.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
quiet & beautiful place for 2
only negative was parking in their lot cost extra $15/day. we parked on the street right next to the lot for free. great view of downtown. our room faced the ocean, but we couldn't see water from inside because we were on the ground floor. great location. within minutes of downtown, airport, & major attractions. all staff very friendly. we will stay here again if in the area.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Comfortable and relaxing
The Kona Kai staff made for an excellent trip. I was there on business and didn't have much time to play but the staff shuttled me to and from my conference with a smile on their face. The bartender was also a pleasure to meet and talk to. But the thing that made this trip was the spa services. I highly recommend this hotel if you come to San Diego!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
Miguel's Mexican Restaurant was fantastic. Also, Umi Sushi was very good. Both are a long walk along the beach from the hotel.
